What is economic development?

Economic development is simply the creation of wealth in which community benefits are created. There are only three approaches used to enhance local economic development, which include:

  • Business Expansion - Attracting new business
  • Business Retention and Expansion - Enhancing existing businesses
  • Business Start-ups - Encouraging the growth of new businesses

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1. What is economic development?
2. Is there free money to get my new business started?
3. How or where can I get zoning information?
4. Do I need my business registered with the State of Oregon?
5. What is the difference between services provided by Grant County Economic Development and Grant County Chamber of Commerce?